Illinois casino revenue sees 15% growth in June compared to last year. Illinois casinos generated $159.1 million in adjusted gross receipts last month, marking a 15.1% increase year-over-year. This impressive growth came as new casinos contributed significantly to the state’s gaming industry, though June’s figures were down 9.8% from May.
Illinois Casino Revenue Reports June Growth
The Illinois Gaming Board revealed that Rivers Casino in Des Plaines, located near Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, led the revenue charts once again. It reported earnings of $40.3 million for the month, though this was a slight decrease of 8.2% from June 2024’s $43.9 million.
Wind Creek, which opened in Chicago’s south suburbs in November, generated $16.8 million, making it the second-highest revenue earner. Among the 15 other casinos that reported their earnings last month, only Grand Victoria Casino, Bally’s Chicago, and Hard Rock Casino Rockford made over $10 million in revenue.
New Casinos Boost Illinois Gaming Revenue
The launch of Fairmount Park in April added a notable $1.2 million to the statewide gaming total. This additional income contributed to the overall increase, indicating the positive impact of recent casino openings on Illinois’s gaming scene.
Despite the decline from May’s figures, the year-over-year improvement highlights the growing popularity of the state’s gambling venues. Illinois casino revenue continues to expand, solidifying the state’s position as a key player in the national casino industry. Read more news.
